Recent content by Michaelrobb38

My apologies, it was a pretty irrational thought that really has no business on these forums. Forgive me.

Adi, having lived in India for several years (on a mission's trip, born, raised, and live in the U.S.) I have learned this: shoplifting MOST LIKELY comes with a heavy price. Yes, I have seen a person get away with it every now and then. But if you did it in Mumbai...well, lets hope that it is...

Thanks for your help! If I have any more questions I'll post them in this thread -- you're extremely helpful! I greatly appreciate it! *I just thought of this as well (last thing before I report back on the advice given by criminal defense Attorneys) I called the court that I am supposed to...

I'm looking for criminal defense Attorneys in my area online (difficult to find one, but I'm sure I'll be able to find one that will offer a free consultation) -- but, would I have to meet said Attorney in person? And what exactly is Diversion? My plan is to seek a public defender because...

I was apprehended outside of LargeShoppingCenter and taken to the LP office where they emptied my pockets and discovered 5 packs of razor blades totaling $157. A sheriffs deputy soon came, and I had a lot of paperwork filed. After I didn't need my hands anymore to fingerprint forms, I was...

When is "arraignment"...? (I'm not a law major ...I'm a pathology major, heh) Is that the date that is written on the paper the sheriff deputy gave me which says to be in court on August 13th? How is the process going to work out (general scenario...)?

Is there a way to have one appointed to me? I'm a student with no income..!

So I have to hire an attorney as well?!

Walmart is pressing charges. What should I plead at my hearing? Innocent, Guilty, or No Contest? I'm really, really freaking out..!!!

But what is the worst that can happen? Am I going to jail?!

I checked out thel ink but didn't really find anything EXACT pertaining towards what I was looking for. I live in Orlando, Florida.

Dear God I cannot believe this happened ( as in, how stupid I was to do this in the first place! ) nonetheless, I really, really need advice here! I was apprehended outside of Walmart and taken to the LP office where they emptied my pockets and discovered 5 packs of razor blades totalling...